354. Menopause Is Not the End. It’s a New Beginning. Dr. Anna Cabeca (English)

Dr. Anna Cabeca, also known as “The Girlfriend Doctor,” is our guest this week. She is a board-certified OB-GYN and expert in hormones, menopause, functional medicine, sexual health, longevity, and bioidentical hormone therapy. For more than 30 years, she has helped thousands of women better understand their bodies, navigate hormonal changes, and reclaim their energy, vitality, and quality of life.Her work is also deeply personal. After experiencing several major life crises, including the loss of her son and serious health challenges that led her into early menopause, she discovered firsthand that conventional medicine did not have all the answers. That experience became the beginning of a journey to better understand the body’s remarkable ability to heal, regenerate, and return to balance.Why do so many women experience perimenopause and menopause as the beginning of decline, when biologically it can be the start of a new chapter filled with strength, freedom, wisdom, and self-discovery?In this episode, we talk about:– The biggest myths about hormones, aging, and women’s health– Why women are often told their symptoms are “normal” when they may not be– Anxiety, sleep issues, weight gain, brain fog, and low libido– Bioidentical hormone therapy: benefits, risks, and common misconceptions– Insulin resistance, cortisol, and metabolic health during menopause– Why so many women feel exhausted even when their lab results look “normal”– Muscle mass, brain health, and longevity for women over 40– How modern medicine often overlooks the bigger picture of women’s health– Why today’s women seem to be facing a greater hormonal burden than previous generationsThis is an episode about understanding your body instead of fighting against it. About refusing to accept feeling unwell as a natural part of getting older. Because what if your strongest chapter is still ahead of you?✨ Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Find dr Anna here: drannacabeca.comyou can buy her products here: ketosupplements.co.ukinsta:@thegirlfrienddoctor